Take in the lights at Maymont through the first two weekends of November. | Photo by RICtoday
It’s true — November has come. Here’s a few events we have on our radar.
Garden Glow | Friday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 10 | Times vary | Maymont | $12+ | Take in the gardens, transformed by color and lighting effects, and explore the Glow Village and light installations by international artists.
Hardywood Bluegrass Festival | Saturday, Nov. 2 | 2-9:15 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery | Free entry | This year’s lineup includes Garden Variety Stringband, The Hot Seats, Stuart, Spence, and Shebish, and Dirty Grass Players.
Artists from Virginia and North Carolina will keep your toes tapping at the Bluegrass Festival.
Photo by RICtoday
Code Refresh: Renters Roundtable | Wednesday, Nov. 6 | 6-7:15 p.m. | Richmond 300 | Free | A panel of renters will discuss Richmond’s plan to rewrite the zoning ordinance.
“The Big LeBYRDski” | Saturday, Nov. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $20 | It’s just like, our opinion, man, that this annual fundraiser is a blast.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Show 3000 | Friday, Nov. 15 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Virginia Museum of History & Culture | $95+ | Assisted by inspector Ian Buchan, guests will interview suspects, search for clues, and draw conclusions about the murder of a jolly old elf.
November sees the return of several River City holiday favorites, including GardenFest of Lights.
Photo by RICtoday
GardenFest of Lights | Monday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Jan. 5 | 4-9 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $12+ | Walk amongst millions of twinkling lights with displays inspired by the theme Homes & Habitats: A Celebration of Connection.
Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival | Friday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 24 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | VMFA + VMHC | $25+ | Get tickets online to see a selection of films by and about Native people.
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The restaurant family behind Mom’s Siam is opening a new concept in the former Pik Nik space in the Fan. The Kiatsuranons closed Pik Nik during the pandemic, but are now preparing to open Thai Boat in early 2025. (Richmond BizSense)
Closing
8½ is closing its Church Hill location in December. The Italian takeaway spot operated in the neighborhood for around seven years. The Fan location will remain open. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Community
Henrico’s new composting program kicks off today. County residents can drop off used pumpkins — carved is fine, but not painted — at two public use areas. Going forward, compost bins will be present at these areas for kitchen scraps. Pro tip: Richmond residents also have free composting options. (12 On Your Side)
Travel
Petersburg now has its first boutique hotel. The restored Petersburg Hotel, which has been vacant for several decades, has 64 rooms, a restaurant, a rooftop lounge, and two bars. Overnight stays will begin in early December. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Festival
Chesterfield is bringing back the two large events it debuted this year. Chesterfield Restaurant Week will be April 4-13 and Outdoor Fest will take place on May 31.
Health
Richmond and Henrico Health Districts have identified three priority areas after analyzing the results of the Community Health Assessment. RHHD will focus on mental health, community safety, and chronic diseases — see how you can get involved.
Finance
Inflation may be cooling, but car insurance premiums aren’t. Why? All insurance is now priced in real-time — so repair times, parts shortages, and credit scores all play a part in the final price. Take Money’s questionnaire on your best car insurance experience to see if you can save.*
The Buy
The Buy
A whole room space heater. Save $30 on a small but mighty space heater with a focus on safety — it has tip-over protection, a cool touch case, and will automatically shut off if overheated.
I’m crossing my fingers and ready to cheer on the Kickers in the first round of the playoffs this weekend. Remember to reserve your space at the free watch party at City Stadium this Sunday, Nov. 3 at 3:30 p.m.
